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Heacham South Beach is situated on the Norfolk coast and forms part of a long stretch of predominantly sandy coastline that runs north from Snettisham. The beach is one of Norfolk's only beaches to face west, making it a popular spot to witness spectacular sunsets. The water quality at Heacham South Beach has been classified as excellent, and the waters of The Wash are relatively calm and shallow.
The beach features golden sands mixed with shingle, backed by low dunes, and offers views across the bay towards Lincolnshire. Public toilets, a café, and a gift shop can be found close to the beach. The village of Heacham has further facilities, including a lavender farm, one of the UK's largest, which can be visited in early summer. A promenade runs along the beach, allowing walkers to stroll as far as Hunstanton in the north.
The RSPB Snettisham Reserve is located close by, providing an opportunity to spot a variety of wildlife. The Searles Resort Golf Club is situated on the north side of the beach, offering golfers a round with amazing coastal surroundings. Heacham also has historic ties to Pocahontas, who married John Rolfe in 1614, and the Rolfes are buried in Heacham Church.
Heacham South Beach is a popular coastal resort with families and holidaymakers in the summer. The beach is dog friendly all year round, and visitors can enjoy a range of activities, including walking along the sea front promenade and swimming in the calm waters of The Wash.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 16% |
| Max temperature | 19°C |
| feels like | 19°C |
| Wind 20mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 73% |
| Min temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 10°C |
| Wind 19mph | |
The tide at Heacham South Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 5:48 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 11:17 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Food available
Toilets
Shops
There is parking available next to the beach.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile north as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 15 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 17 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 25 miles east as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 17 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 69 miles by road.
around 20 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 77 miles by road.
around 23 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 78 miles by road.
around 25 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 79 miles by road.
around 26 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 80 miles by road.
around 29 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 78 miles by road.
Location: Shepherd's Port
Location type: Town
OS Grid: TF659368
Coordinates: 52°54'10"N 0°27'59"E
Mapcode: GBR P36.YL0
What 3 Words: journey.butternut.aware
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Norfolk
Country: England
Local Authority: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Parish: Heacham
Nearest postcode: PE31 7LH
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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